Water-taxi to Isla Bastimentos, walk the jungle trail to legendary Red Frog Beach, then explore the Afro-Caribbean fishing village of Old Bank — one of the most authentic communities in Panama, where calypso rhythms, Ngöbe crafts, and coconut-rice kitchens tell a story no resort can manufacture.
What to expect
The speedboat crosses Almirante Bay to dock at Old Bank, where painted wooden houses on stilts lean over the water and the smell of coconut bread drifts from open kitchens. A short jungle trail — alive with poison-dart frogs in their vivid warning livery — leads to Red Frog Beach's wild, black-rock-framed shoreline. Depending on swell, you can swim, bodysurf, or simply sit under a palm watching pelicans dive. The return passes the mangrove lagoons where three-toed sloths drape themselves in the canopy, spotted by your sharp-eyed guide.
Good to know
Red Frog Beach charges a small private-land access fee (approx. USD 5 pp) payable on entry — bring small USD bills. The jungle trail takes about 15 minutes each way; wear closed shoes or sturdy sandals. Full-day tours run 7 hours — check all-aboard time and confirm with your operator on departure flexibility.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Bocas Del Toro — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.